NBC Suspends Billy Bush From ‘Today’ Show For His Role On Donald Trump Tape

Donald Trump may be under more fire than usual for his recent sexist comments but Billy Bush is not getting off scot-free either.

According to NY Time, Bush, a host on the “Today” been suspended by NBC and it’s unclear how long the suspension will last.

“Let me be clear — there is simply no excuse for Billy’s language and behavior on that tape,” NBC executive in charge of “Today,” Noah Oppenheim, said. “NBC has decided to suspend Billy, pending further review of this matter.”

Bush is currently under fire for an 2005 video that was released on Friday, he is heard laughing and agreeing with Mr. Trump as they have a disrespectful conversation about women.

In the video above, Trump is heard telling Bush, “I just start kissing them. It’s like a magnet. Just kiss. I don’t even wait … And when you’re a star, they let you do it. Grab them by the p***y. You can do anything.”

Mr. Bush released a statement on Friday saying that he was “embarrassed and ashamed” of his role in the conversation.

“Obviously I’m embarrassed and ashamed. Bush said in his statement. It’s no excuse, but this happened 11 years ago — I was younger, less mature, and acted foolishly in playing along.”